M & M Childcare Provision

Inspection of M & M Childcare Provision St John The Evangelist Church, 1 Bourne Hill, London N13 4DA

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This provision meets requirements

Staff welcome children as they collect them from school. Children share what happens in their day with staff, who are attentive. They excitedly run into the setting to see what activities are ready for them and to find out what they are having for dinner. Staff help children to feel comfortable and relaxed after their school day and they chat with each other and staff.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well in the setting. Staff teach children to respect each other and learn how to play together across the age range of children who attend. As a result, children are kind and caring and look out for their friends. For example, older children are mindful to include younger children in their play and will play games that involve everyone. Staff use positive language to teach children what the rules and boundaries are in the setting. They regularly praise children for their good behaviour.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff plan creative activities that children are excited to participate in. Staff use their deep knowledge of children to provide resources based on what children like to do. Staff promote diversity and inclusion through celebrating the various cultures and religions of the children who attend. For example, they take time to learn about their family traditions and teach all children about these.

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n Children learn how to make healthy food choices, such as through discussions about the importance of eating nutritious meals. They have access to outdoor play, which gives them regular opportunities to exercise their bodies. Staff implement good hygiene practices, such as encouraging children to wash their hands before and after they eat. Children take pride in being healthy and looking after their bodies. n Leaders promote staff's professional development. They support staff to complete statutory training and further their development with other courses that interest them. Leaders regularly check staff's knowledge through daily meetings and team catch-up sessions. Staff are confident to use this knowledge in their daily practice. They maintain high standards of care for children and their safety is paramount to all that they do. n Staff feel well supported by leaders. They appreciate the warm team

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environment that they work in and, as a result, they are positive role models for children. Staff love their job and take great pride in what they do. n Children enjoy the home-cooked and nutritious meals. Staff sit with children to support good eating habits and encourage them to try new tastes. This creates a very positive mealtime experience and children happily eat their dinner together.

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13 January 2025 Staff cater for all children's dietary requirements to ensure that they are included and have access to the delicious food. n Parents and carers are very happy with the provision this setting offers. They appreciate the range of engaging activities their children have access to, along with the freedom to play and relax after school. Parents comment on the wonderful meals that their children are given and how all children are included in the menu planning. They know their children are happy at the setting. Parents are grateful for the warm and friendly staff, who genuinely care about their children. n The setting works closely with the school that they collect children from. The communication between the school, the setting and parents is effective. They share important information about children appropriately to allow a smooth transition between them all. n Staff support children's emotional development as they role model positive

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behaviour and promote a friendly and inclusive environment for all children. Staff are skilful and teach children problem-solving skills to give them strategies to manage challenging situations with confidence. For example, they allow children time to figure out minor disagreements by themselves and step in to help only when needed. n Children happily join in with the range of activities that staff lead. This is alongside the free play opportunities available, where they can be creative and imaginative. Children engage enthusiastically with their peers and staff. Children of all ages play together and support one another in this caring environment.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538343 Local authority Enfield Inspection number 10363907 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care

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inspection

Total number of places 15 Number of children on roll 15 Name of registered person M & M Childcare Partnership

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reference number

Telephone number 07981138645 Date of previous inspection 15 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

M & M Childcare Provision registered in 2015. It is located in a hall in St John The Evangelist Church in Palmers Green, in the London Borough of Enfield. The club opens during term time, from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. There are four members of staff. Of these, one member of staff holds a childcare qualification at level 6 and one member of staff holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke to children to find out about their time at the setting. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation during a planned activity. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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